Scalar i500 User’s Guide 10
Chapter 1
1Description
The Scalar i500 tape library automates the retrieval, storage, and
management of tape cartridges. Tape cartridges are stored in the library
and mounted and dismounted from tape drives using firmware running
on the library or software running on the host systems.
The Scalar i500 tape library offers advanced management features and
reliability as well as scalable performance and storage capacity. As your
storage capacity and tape drive requirements change, expansion modules
can be added to the library, allowing a configuration of up to a full 41
rack units (41U, where 1U = 1.75”).
This chapter covers:
• Intelligent Storage
• Library Configuration
• Modules
• Front Panel Components
• Back Panel Components
• Robotic System and Barcode Scanner
• Tape Drive Support
• Library Features
• Understanding the Location Coordinates
• Understanding Logical Element Addressing